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Log it in Platesmith. The app shows last time's numbers on every set of Nordic Ham Curl, times your rest and tells you when to add weight. Free, with no ads.
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Muscles worked
| Main | Hamstrings |
| Also | Gastrocnemius, Gluteus maximus |
Setup
Resist the descent as long as possible and push off the floor to return if needed.
How to do it well
- Anchor the ankles securely
- Lower the torso slowly with the hips extended
- Use the hamstrings to control the descent
Common mistakes
- Bending at the hips
- Dropping too fast
Free programs with Nordic Ham Curl
- Bodyweight Upper / Lower (4 day)
- Athletic Strength (3 day)
- Bodyweight Push / Pull / Legs (3 day)
- Bodyweight Advanced (4 day)
- Ski Season Legs (3 day)
- Field and Court Sports Strength (3 day)
Similar exercises
General guidance, not medical advice. Start lighter than you think, and check with a doctor first if you have a health condition or injury.